as in moving
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
1
as in exciting
to fill with great joy
seeing their son ordained as a priest was one of the most elevating moments in their lives
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
the old trick of using a fat phone book to elevate a child to a more comfortable position at the table
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
the announcement that the pope will elevate several prelates to the rank of cardinal
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in exalting
to assign a high status or value to
a decade in which greed and selfishness were elevated to the rank of virtues
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of elevating
Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
The new collection is rooted in elevating everyday pieces that overlap with Beckham’s aesthetic and Gap’s most popular styles.
—Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 20 Apr. 2026
The inclusion of the Serpenti Tubogas Studs and exclusive High Jewelry creations further cements this material interplay as a cornerstone of the brand’s identity, elevating a once-radical experiment into a timeless hallmark of sophistication.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
That includes elevating assistant special agents in charge to special agents in charge and opening the door for employees to be considered for leadership roles without the significant headquarters experience the FBI historically regarded as necessary for a holistic view of bureau operations.
—Eric Tucker, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
The best part is elevating the LPGA and honoring these ladies.
—Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
From unexpected textures to wood-look finishes and modern rockers, the new Better Homes & Gardens outdoor collection at Walmart is packed full of smart and stylish ideas for elevating your outdoor space in a snap.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
Or, for your next airport outfit, opt for a drapey button-down, buttery-soft joggers, and a roomy crossbody bag that keeps your essentials close while elevating your entire look.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
She is known for elevating cutting-edge artists that many others deemed too challenging to show, and forintroducing US audiences to the work of European artists including Richter, Joseph Beuys, Marcel Broodthaers, Pierre Huyghe, and Anselm Kiefer.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
Several potential reforms could address this vulnerability, including allowing write-in candidates in general elections, automatically elevating the third-place primary vote-getter when a primary winner withdraws, or abandoning the top-two system entirely to restore party-nominating primaries.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
The new collection is rooted in elevating everyday pieces that overlap with Beckham’s aesthetic and Gap’s most popular styles.
—Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 20 Apr. 2026
The inclusion of the Serpenti Tubogas Studs and exclusive High Jewelry creations further cements this material interplay as a cornerstone of the brand’s identity, elevating a once-radical experiment into a timeless hallmark of sophistication.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
That includes elevating assistant special agents in charge to special agents in charge and opening the door for employees to be considered for leadership roles without the significant headquarters experience the FBI historically regarded as necessary for a holistic view of bureau operations.
—Eric Tucker, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
The best part is elevating the LPGA and honoring these ladies.
—Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
From unexpected textures to wood-look finishes and modern rockers, the new Better Homes & Gardens outdoor collection at Walmart is packed full of smart and stylish ideas for elevating your outdoor space in a snap.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
Or, for your next airport outfit, opt for a drapey button-down, buttery-soft joggers, and a roomy crossbody bag that keeps your essentials close while elevating your entire look.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
She is known for elevating cutting-edge artists that many others deemed too challenging to show, and forintroducing US audiences to the work of European artists including Richter, Joseph Beuys, Marcel Broodthaers, Pierre Huyghe, and Anselm Kiefer.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevating
Adjective
-
Violators could be ticketed similar to a non-moving violation for a driver.—
Jim Turner,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
-
Each wrong turn is bittersweet, making the eventual reunion even more moving and meaningful.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
For Harrington and her husband Dante, the thought of triplets was shocking but exciting all the same.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
That season ended with Dustin Brown lifting the Stanley Cup.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
-
Here’s a breakdown of the Avs’ first-round series with the Kings, who have not won a playoff round since lifting the Stanley Cup in 2014.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The former First Lady, 62, delivered one show-stopping ensemble after another while promoting her book The Look.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
-
The Paris prosecutor’s office opened last year an investigation into TikTok over allegations that the platform allows content promoting suicide and that its algorithms may encourage vulnerable young people to take their own lives.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The story goes that Balanchine was so struck by the multi-colored glow of the jewelry displays at the Van Cleef & Arpels New York showroom that this led him to create a dance exalting their beauty.—
Guillermo Perez,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
-
As Alvarado explores repeatedly, Valdez rejected that pathway, instead honing his indigenous roots, and dedicating his life to exalting those who, like him, exist in the in-between.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
At its best, community fitness culture is uplifting, inspiring and filled with hope.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2026
-
After a cold, dark winter, nothing feels more uplifting than decorating for spring with cheerful accents that signal sunnier days ahead.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The rise of Bernie Sanders’ preferred Senate candidate in Michigan is frustrating moderates, delighting progressives, and testing the sway of Democratic leaders in a race that will likely determine the party’s shot at a Senate majority.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
-
This morning, Hargitay responded with the Outer Banks reference, delighting other commenters in the thread.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
But critics argue lawmakers merely shifted money around while leaving deeper tax, spending and cost-of-living pressures for the next administration, raising a bigger accountability question for voters this fall.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Apr. 2026
-
If passed, the bill would refer a question to the ballot asking voters whether to invest more in K-12 education -- specifically for teacher pay and retention, smaller class sizes, and expanded career and technical education -- without raising taxes.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Elevating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevating. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
